Summary

The ESS Technician/Locksmith supports NASA’s Fairmont facility by maintaining multiple facility systems and handling all lock-and-key operations. Duties include installing and repairing mechanical/electronic locks, managing key control, performing emergency openings, changing safe combinations, issuing keys and padlocks, and maintaining accurate work order records.

This posting is in anticipation of a future position.

Responsibilities

Process key requests, verify authorization, prepare documentation, and distribute keys per established procedures.
Maintain accountability of all master keys and assist with key audits and lost‑key incident reviews.
Install, service, and coordinate removal of locks and safes, including changing combinations for safes and vaults.
Provide locksmith support for critical assets, including lunar and planetary sample areas.
Advise maintenance, engineering, operations, and security personnel on locking devices and keying materials.
Maintain shop tools, equipment, and an inventory of spare parts for locksmith and security‑system work.
Support, repair, and maintain intrusion detection and CCTV systems.
Follow all safety, personnel, and departmental policies while completing assigned duties.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Top Secret Clearance needed (not required to start).
Ability to obtain Locksmith Certification and Safe & Vault Technician/Inspector Certification within predetermined time post-appointment.
LENEL OnGuard Core and OnGuard Professional certifications (or ability to obtain).
Knowledge of Physical Access Control Systems, including access‑level management, PACS programming, reporting, and video system administration
Experience with repair, installation, and maintenance of electronic equipment, circuit boards, processors, chips, and related hardware/software.
Understanding of telecommunications system operation, switching, control, and transmission.
Completion of required NASA SATERN training, including annual IT security.